American Journal of Cardiology
Volume 104, Issue 6 , Pages 780-785 , 15 September 2009

Prognostic Impact of Q Waves on Presentation and ST Resolution in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Treated With Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Received 18 March 2009 ,Revised 5 May 2009 ,Accepted 5 May 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2009.05.007

American Journal of Cardiology
Volume 104, Issue 6 , Pages 780-785 , 15 September 2009

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